Cloud is so overdone. I mean, I can see how they marketed him to become their top ranked character, but as far as character development, he is sorely lacking. Personally, I much prefer Cecil (through both arcs), or if you have to pick a VII character, then Red XIII. Not only is he visually unique and appealing, his tragic back story, devlopment as a character, intelligence, and ability make him far more appealing to me over Cloud